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Chapter 22 - Chapter Twenty

Seduction, Secrets, and Surrender: A Night of Passion in Paris.

Our honeymoon in Paris had been lavish and surreal, the city's lights casting a romantic glow over every moment. Max spared no expense, booking us into one luxury hotel after another. At first, it felt like an indulgent dream, but as time passed, the constant moving became exhausting. I voiced my concerns about his reckless spending, but Max dismissed me with his usual charm, saying, "What's the point of a honeymoon if it's not unforgettable?"

One evening, Max suggested we visit a popular Parisian nightclub. It wasn't my usual scene, but his enthusiasm was contagious, and I agreed.

When we arrived, the club was pulsing with energy—lights flashed in vibrant colors, and the heavy bass of the music vibrated through the room. As we walked in, several workers greeted Max like an old friend, which surprised me.

"How do you know all these people?" I asked, narrowing my eyes at him.

Max grinned, his response as enigmatic as ever. "Baby, I'm a baller. And ballers don't have to be in one place to be known."

I couldn't decide whether to laugh at his cryptic answer or be annoyed by his deliberate vagueness. Something about Max always felt just out of reach, like he was holding onto secrets he wasn't ready to share.

We found a table and ordered drinks, soaking in the atmosphere. After a while, Max encouraged me to dance.

"Come on, baby, go show them how it's done," he teased, sipping his cocktail.

I smirked. "Only if you join me."

"I'll just sit here and admire you," he said, his eyes gleaming.

"That's unfair!" I pouted playfully. "I'll be lonely out there without you."

"You won't be lonely. I'll be watching your every move," he said, his voice low and enticing.

With a shake of my head, I got up and made my way to the dance floor. The music took over as I let my body move to the rhythm, my hips swaying provocatively. I glanced back to see Max's eyes locked on me, his gaze smoldering.

The intensity of his stare sent a thrill through me. A few minutes later, he joined me on the dance floor, slightly tipsy. We danced close, his hands grazing my waist as he leaned in to whisper in my ear.

"If you blow in my ear, I'll follow you anywhere," he murmured.

I laughed softly. "Oh? Then follow me into temptation."

I leaned closer, exhaling warmly into his ear before brushing my lips lightly along his jawline. Max groaned quietly, pulling me tighter against him.

"Where do you want this to go?" I asked, my voice barely audible over the music.

"To a place where I can strip you out of that dress," he whispered, his voice heavy with desire.

His words sent a shiver down my spine. We danced for a while longer, moving in sync as if no one else existed. By the time we left the club, we were both buzzing from the alcohol and the magnetic pull between us.

We slipped into a sleek black Mercedes waiting outside. The driver, a gruff man with a scarred face, barely glanced at us as Max gave him instructions. Once inside, Max's mood shifted.

"Do you know how irresistible you are?" he asked, his voice teasing but filled with heat.

"Not as irresistible as you," I replied, running my fingers along his thigh.

Max smirked. "Prove it."

Before I could think twice, I reached over, unzipping his trousers. He wasn't wearing anything underneath, and his arousal sprang free. I stroked him gently at first, then leaned in, taking him into my mouth.

His groan filled the car, his hand tangling in my hair as I moved rhythmically. Max's fingers found their way to me, slipping beneath my dress and into my dampness. The sensations were overwhelming, our mutual passion spiraling out of control.

The driver cleared his throat loudly, jolting us back to reality. I sat up, embarrassed, but Max laughed and handed him a generous tip when we reached the hotel.

As we stepped into the elevator, Max pulled a small package from the driver, tucking it discreetly into his pocket. I raised an eyebrow.

"What's that?" I asked.

"Nothing serious," he said casually, but I wasn't convinced.

"Max, don't lie to me," I pressed.

With a sigh, he leaned close and whispered, "It's white drugs."

I froze, shocked. "What? Max, are you serious? Since when do you do this?"

"It's my first time," he said quickly, his tone soothing. "I just wanted us to try it together. To spice things up."

"No," I said firmly. "I'm not doing that. These things ruin lives, Max."

He cupped my face, his eyes soft. "Baby, just this once. I promise, never again."

I hesitated, my resolve wavering under his gaze. Max had a way of convincing me of anything, but this felt like crossing a line.

"Fine," I said reluctantly. "But this is the only time."

Max smiled, kissing me deeply. As much as I wanted to stay angry, his touch melted my resistance, leaving me conflicted and longing for answers I feared I might never get.